Quakertown
Quakertown is a borough in Bucks County with a population of 9,359 as of 2020.
Located 15 miles south of Allentown and 40 miles north of Philadelphia, it serves as a border town between the Delaware Valley and Lehigh Valley metropolitan areas.
Originally settled by Quakers, Quakertown played a role in the American Revolutionary War when, on September 18, 1777, a convoy transporting the Liberty Bell stopped in the town overnight.
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Joann Fabrics Closing 500 Stores, Including 2 in Delaware County
Joann Inc., the parent company of Joann Fabrics and Craft stores, is closing two-thirds of its 800 locations nationwide, including two in Delaware County, at…
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Lansdale Explores Potential Energy Corridor Partnership with Neighboring Towns
Lansdale officials are considering a new regional energy partnership that could enhance electricity resilience and lower costs, writes Dan Sokil for The Reporter. The proposed…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Scores Spot on USA Today’s Top 10 Songs of 2024
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter has had an amazing year, highlighted by eight Grammy nominations and most recently her inclusion on USA Today’s Top 10 Songs…
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Fraternitas Rosae Crucis: The Mysterious Spiritual Fraternity Hidden in Quakertown
The Fraternitas Rosae Crucis is among several strange societies and cults with Pennsylvania ties, and can be found in Quakertown and is still active to…
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Green Lane Couple Transforms 90s Home into Screaming Goat Farm
In the last two years, Green Lane’s Michael and Melissa Meacham turned an outdated 1990s home into a modern farmhouse they named the Screaming Goat…
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Open Road Tolls Coming to Pennsylvania Turnpike in January
Those familiar toll booths on the Pennsylvania Turnpike are going away and that means drivers will be able to pay tolls without slowing down or…
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Singer, Quakertown Native Shows Off Her Musical Skills on ‘The Voice’
Laura Williams, a 20-year-old Quakertown musician, truly shined during her performance on the hit show “The Voice” earlier this week, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST.…
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Bucks County’s Best Hot Dogs: Top Spots to Savor This Summer
As summer approaches, Bucks County’s hot dog scene is sizzling with unique offerings. Local eateries are serving up inventive hot dogs that delight both traditionalists…
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These Are the Best Donut Shops in Bucks County
Donuts, originating from Dutch settlers in the late 1700s, are a timeless American breakfast staple. While Dunkin‘ sprinkles the region with its popular treats, there…
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PA Turnpike Unveils Northeast Extension Plan from Plymouth Meeting: What to Expect
Plans for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension to widen the road from four to six lanes from Plymouth Meeting to the Lehigh Valley Interchange with…
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Top Natural Swimming Spots Near Bucks County for Summer Fun
As the summer temperatures climb into the 90s, there are plenty of spots to take a plunge in Bucks County, write Sam Ruland and Grace…
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A Vintage Dress Worn by Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter on Her Birthday Causes Scrutiny of Depop Seller, Reselling Practices
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter celebrated her birthday in a yellow dress that ended up sparking a conversation on the ethics and prices of reselling, writes…
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A Tale of Two Pennsylvania Pop Stars: Quakertown Born Sabrina Carpenter Joins Reading Native Taylor Swift on Eras Tour
Quakertown-born Sabrina Carpenter has making waves as an upcoming pop star, especially among the Swifties, writes Franki Rudensky for The Philly Voice. The ‘Feather’…
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These Three Major Pop Stars Have Bucks County Roots
Three major pop stars who are known all around the world all grew up in Bucks County, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. Pink, whose real…
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Secrets of Quakertown: Inside the Hidden Rosicrucian Pyramids
Believe it or not— there are pyramids in Bucks County, but not for public viewing. Known as the Rosicrucian pyramids, these structures sit in a…
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Delaware County Leadership: John Kepner, Board Member, Gwynedd Mercy University
John Kepner, a board member at Gwynedd Mercy University, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in North Jersey, where a chance friendship sparked a…
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Bala Cynwyd Company Has Big Plans for a Quakertown Shopping Center
Bala Cynwyd-based Velocity Venture Partners acquired The Richland Plaza shopping center in Quakertown for $16.7 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Local Surgeons Enjoy Working from Home in a Post-Pandemic World
The COVID-19 pandemic that started in 2020 brought changes to the American way of working that have altered forever the relationship between many workers and…
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